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Housing Authority of Florence

Name: Housing Authority of Florence
Address: 400 E Pine St, Florence, SC, 29506, US
Telephone: 8436694163

400 E Pine St, Florence, SC, 29506

Information verified September 10, 2026·We re-check waiting list status daily·Waitlist data synced 3 hr ago

About This Property

The Housing Authority of Florence operates 1,606 units of public housing in Florence County, South Carolina. Both the public housing and Section 8 waitlists are currently closed. The authority provides affordable rental housing options to eligible residents in the Florence area.

Waitlist Information

Public Housing Waitlist

Open

Opened April 1, 2026

Apply: Multiple

Pre-applications are accepted on an as-needed basis for specific sites and bedroom sizes, advertised on the website and local news. Full applications are taken by appointment only after a pre-application. Eligibility requires family status, income within limits, citizenship/eligible immigrant criteria, documented Social Security numbers, and signed consent. New applicants need a full-time job (30+ hours/week) for at least one year unless disabled, and must maintain their lawn. Criminal background checks are conducted for all adults.

Last verified September 9, 2026

Section 8 (HCV) Waitlist

Closed

The Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) waiting list is currently closed and not accepting applications. Public notice will be posted on the website and in the local newspaper when the waiting list reopens.

Last verified March 6, 2026

Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org

Updated September 10, 2026

Property Details

Total Units

1606

Fair Market Rent - Florence County, SC

FMR represents the estimated amount needed to cover rent and utilities for a moderately-priced unit in this area.

Bedrooms	FMR
Studio/Efficiency	$787
1 Bedroom	$792
2 Bedroom	$1,012
3 Bedroom	$1,279
4 Bedroom	$1,374

Income Limits - Florence County, SC

Annual income limits by household size used to determine eligibility for affordable housing programs.

1 Person

Extremely Low (30%): $12,880
Very Low (50%): $21,200
Low (80%): $33,900

2 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $17,420
Very Low (50%): $24,200
Low (80%): $38,750

3 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $21,960
Very Low (50%): $27,250
Low (80%): $43,600

4 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $26,500
Very Low (50%): $30,250
Low (80%): $48,400

5 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $31,040
Very Low (50%): $32,700
Low (80%): $52,300

6 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $35,100
Very Low (50%): $35,100
Low (80%): $56,150

7 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $37,550
Very Low (50%): $37,550
Low (80%): $60,050

8 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $39,950
Very Low (50%): $39,950
Low (80%): $63,900

Household	Extremely Low (30%)	Very Low (50%)	Low (80%)
1 Person	$12,880	$21,200	$33,900
2 Persons	$17,420	$24,200	$38,750
3 Persons	$21,960	$27,250	$43,600
4 Persons	$26,500	$30,250	$48,400
5 Persons	$31,040	$32,700	$52,300
6 Persons	$35,100	$35,100	$56,150
7 Persons	$37,550	$37,550	$60,050
8 Persons	$39,950	$39,950	$63,900

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent for affordable housing in Florence, SC?+

The Fair Market Rent (FMR) for Florence County, SC is: $787 (Studio), $792 (1BR), $1012 (2BR), $1279 (3BR), $1374 (4BR). Actual rent at subsidized properties like Housing Authority of Florence is typically 30% of household income or less.

How many units does Housing Authority of Florence have?+

Housing Authority of Florence has a total of 1606 housing units.

Is there a waitlist for Housing Authority of Florence?+

Public Housing waitlist is currently Open. Section 8 (HCV) waitlist is currently Closed. Waitlist status can change frequently, so check back regularly or contact the housing authority directly for the most up-to-date information.

What are the income limits for affordable housing in Florence County, SC?+

For a 4-person household in Florence County, SC, the income limits are: Extremely Low Income (30% AMI): $26,500, Very Low Income (50% AMI): $30,250, Low Income (80% AMI): $48,400. These limits are set by HUD and updated annually.

How do I apply for housing at Housing Authority of Florence?+

Housing Authority of Florence is a Housing Authority property. To apply, you can start by calling 8436694163, or visiting their website, or contacting the property management office. You may need to submit an application and be placed on a waitlist. Eligibility is typically based on income, family size, and other factors.

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